Delhi Police arrest absconding accused in culpable homicide case a year after victim's death
Synopsis
Nearly a year after a victim died from injuries sustained in a pre-planned group assault in Anand Parbat, Delhi Police have arrested the last absconding accused — Tanveer, 24, a Moti Nagar resident with a prior criminal record. The arrest follows a targeted multi-day operation involving raids, technical surveillance, and local intelligence, closing a significant gap in a culpable homicide case that had already seen two others apprehended.
Key Takeaways
Delhi Police arrested Tanveer , 24, on 16 June 2025 in connection with a culpable homicide case registered at Anand Parbat Police Station on 20 April 2025 .
The victim was allegedly intercepted, taken to a secluded location, and assaulted by a group with a reportedly pre-planned motive, later dying during treatment.
Tanveer had been absconding for nearly a year, evading multiple raids and investigative efforts.
A dedicated team led by Inspector Ranveer Singh used raids, technical surveillance, and human intelligence to trace and apprehend the accused.
Earlier, main accused Sundar Lal and a juvenile had already been arrested in the case.
Tanveer, a resident of Moti Nagar , also faces a separate FIR at Moti Nagar Police Station for a prior offence.
Delhi Police on Tuesday, 16 June arrested Tanveer, a 24-year-old accused wanted in a culpable homicide case, nearly a year after the victim succumbed to injuries sustained in a pre-planned assault in the Anand Parbat area of New Delhi. Tanveer had been absconding since the case was registered, evading multiple attempts by investigators to locate him.
Background of the Case
A First Information Report (FIR) was registered on 20 April 2025 at Anand Parbat Police Station following a serious assault in which the victim was allegedly intercepted by a group of individuals with a reportedly pre-planned motive. The victim was forcibly taken to a secluded location and subjected to a brutal physical assault, according to police officials. Due to the severity of the injuries, the victim was hospitalised and subsequently died during treatment.
During the initial investigation, the main accused, Sundar Lal, a resident of Anand Parbat, was arrested, and a juvenile was also apprehended in connection with the case. However, Tanveer continued to evade law enforcement, concealing his whereabouts for close to a year.
The Operation That Led to the Arrest
On 14 June, a dedicated team was constituted under the supervision of the Station House Officer of Anand Parbat Police Station and the overall supervision of the Assistant Commissioner of Police. The team comprised Inspector Ranveer Singh (Anti-Terrorist Officer), Head Constable Sarvan, and Constables Manish Yadav, Lokesh, and Manjeet.
The team conducted sustained raids, surveillance of known associates, technical intelligence gathering, verification of suspected hideouts, and development of local intelligence networks. Based on credible human and technical intelligence regarding the accused's movements, the team executed a well-planned operation and successfully apprehended Tanveer.
Profile of the Accused
Tanveer is a resident of Moti Nagar, New Delhi, and was reportedly previously involved in at least one other criminal case. A separate FIR against him has also been lodged at Moti Nagar Police Station, according to police officials.
What Happens Next
Tanveer is currently in custody and is being questioned to ascertain his precise role in the assault and to identify any other associates who may have been involved. Investigators are working to gather further evidence regarding the full extent of the group's involvement in the crime. The case underscores the persistence required in culpable homicide investigations where accused persons go underground for extended periods, and the eventual arrest signals continued pressure on those who evade justice in serious assault-related deaths.
Point of View
The case had been legally incomplete, potentially affecting the prosecution's ability to establish the full conspiracy. What is notable here is the deployment of a dedicated multi-agency team including an Anti-Terrorist Officer for what is a local assault case — a signal of how seriously the station treated the prolonged evasion. The prior criminal record at Moti Nagar Police Station raises questions about whether earlier interventions could have flagged Tanveer as a flight risk sooner.
NationPress
11 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested by Delhi Police in the Anand Parbat culpable homicide case?
Delhi Police arrested Tanveer, a 24-year-old resident of Moti Nagar, New Delhi, who had been absconding for nearly a year in connection with a culpable homicide case registered at Anand Parbat Police Station on 20 April 2025.
What happened to the victim in the Anand Parbat assault case?
According to police officials, the victim was allegedly intercepted by a group of individuals with a reportedly pre-planned motive, forcibly taken to a secluded location, and subjected to a brutal physical assault. The victim was hospitalised due to the severity of injuries and subsequently died during treatment.
Who else has been arrested in this case?
Prior to Tanveer's arrest, the main accused Sundar Lal, a resident of Anand Parbat, had been arrested, and a juvenile was also apprehended in connection with the case.
How did Delhi Police trace the absconding accused?
A dedicated team conducted sustained raids, surveillance of the accused's associates, technical intelligence gathering, and verification of suspected hideouts. Credible human and technical intelligence regarding Tanveer's movements eventually led to his arrest on 16 June.
Does the arrested accused have any prior criminal record?
Yes, according to police officials, Tanveer was previously involved in at least one other case, and a separate FIR against him has been lodged at Moti Nagar Police Station.
